Significant+Developmental+Delay+Resources

Having a child with a developmental delay can be confusing, scary, and a little intimidating! Here are a few resources to help your adventure run a little smoother :)

Parent Resources
> //Listed under the Georgia Department Department of Education, this page gives the basic definition of the Georgian view of a Significant Developmental Delay. It also includes the address of the SDD consultant and links to a few more helpful resources.// > //Parent to Parent (P2P) is a great support archive for parents who have children who are exceptional, including those who have SDD. By becoming a member, you gain access to groups, workshops, and events that help you as a parent with an exceptional child//
 * SDD Georgian Basics
 * [|Parent Support Groups]

Local Resources (Dawson County)
> //This news article shows the special honor of the Dawson County Elementary Schools being Title One schools. Located under NCLB (No Child Left Behind Act), the Title programs allows teachers to help targeted children move to the SPED program if extra work is of no help.//
 * [|Dawson County SPED] //The Dawson County SPED program is driven to promote equality and help all those students who are exceptional learners. Listed on the Dawson Board of Education site are all the services they supply to those in the county.//
 * //[|Dawson County Title One]//

Teacher Resources
> //As stated on the website, inclusion for younger children is critical and important in overcoming Significant Developmental Delay. On the above link, information packets and links are given for preschool/head-start teachers who want an inclusion class.// > //This archive is great for parents and teachers alike in assisting infants and toddlers who are diagnosed with SDD. Full of phone numbers, medical information, and injury prevention information, any teacher will have all the basics covered with this site.//
 * [|Georgia Inclusion]
 * //[|Babies Can't Wait]//

Child Friendly Resources
> //Many children who are diagnosed with SDD have issues with fine motor skills. Kumon Workbooks are great interactive books that have bright, colorful shapes that help children become more interested in their cutting, resulting in practicing of fine motor skills.// > //This link redirects to a mother of three; two of which have Significant Developmental Delays and one who has Down Syndrome. Filled with humor and tears, Jenny (the mother) lists many activities that are appropriate for children who are dealing with SDD. This particular link goes back to a post listing a number of helpful iPad apps that help children learn by themselves.//
 * // [|Fine Motor Development] //
 * //[|iPad Fun]//

Ethan's Journey Below Gives Inspiration! There is always HOPE! :) media type="youtube" key="tYzDz2_GFbQ" width="560" height="315" align="center"